Creative Ideas to Reuse or Recycle Old Tyres

Whether we like to admit it or not, our planet is heading for disaster. The primary reason for it is climate change which is caused by pollution and other factors. When it comes to automobiles, they are responsible for much of the pollution. There is no doubt that the introduction of electric vehicles is playing a crucial role in reducing pollution. But like all other automobiles, electric cars require tires.

Many people do not realize that tires are not eco-friendly, even if they are labelled eco-friendly. The reason is that despite the technology and innovations within the tire industry, they still produce greenhouse emissions. Unfortunately, even after they have reached their end of life, they add to the environmental woes. How?

Well, not all tires are recyclable and such tires end up in a landfill. As they are not biodegradable, they cause other problems. Therefore, we have to do something about this problem, and it is precisely what we plan to discuss in this blog post. Let us start.

Top Uses for Old Tyres

Most of the points that we intend to mention here are pretty straightforward. In other words, you can do them yourself instead of asking for professional help

Tire Swing

It is one of the common uses of old tires. In fact, you might have even come across it at least once in your life. Creating a tire swing is easy and requires little effort. There's nothing more evocative of summer than tire swings. The tree ropes can be set up horizontally and secured to trees by a tree support rope (or chain) to sit multiple people, reshaped to make a rope seat. Also, they can hang the rope vertically so that people can sit upon them all year. 

Sandbox

There is no doubt that tires create awesome sandboxes. You can create them in a series of little ones or by getting your hands on a larger tire tractor to create a pretty big one. All you need to do is paint the tire to make it attractive and fill it up with sand. 

The temperature of tires can rise significantly during summer in UAE, so consider painting them or adding a reflective coating. You may also consider bolting sanded pine boards along the edges of your deck to provide a place for your children to sit comfortably.

Seesaw

Another common use for tires is a seesaw. Cut the tire in two halves and stick a board on top. For safety, add handles to both sides. That is it. You have two fully functioning seesaws.

Planters

Old tyres are not for kids alone, and adults can use them too. An old tyre garden is a wonderful way to recycle old tyres. You can make your garden look great by using an old tyre plant holder to support your pretty plants. This is a simple DIY that adds creativity to your space and eliminates the need to throw out old tires.

You can hang one of the plants on the wall and have a hanging garden. Or, make your own garden pond by simply placing a plastic sheet over one side, laying it on the ground, and filling it with water. As soon as it is filled, use another old tire as a hose caddy. Tires in your garden provide an incredible array of possibilities for creating beautiful planters. 

Storage Bin

Did you know that a couple of tyres secured together and mounted on a sheet of plywood can serve as the perfect storage container? Once you secure the tires, you can add a cover on top.  You might put this in your garage to store your own DIY tools, or maybe in the backyard playground of your kids to store their toys. Either way, it can definitely save you some space and let you do what you want.

Furniture

There is no end to how many kinds of furniture you can make with old tyres. The chairs can be made from stacks of tyres or with complex weaves of rubber. You can make an ottoman by stuffing pillows inside tyres, or a coffee table by glueing some pieces of wood on top and calling it that. 

The first thing that comes to mind when thinking about worn-out tires is that they are dirty and grimy After all, they've been put through thousands of miles of all sorts of unimaginable things. It's good to know that, through use, most unsavoury materials have already been removed from the tire. Additionally, you can easily remove any traces of dirt or oil from the tire with a little scrubbing so it can be used indoors.

Coffee Table

Everyone loves and needs a good coffee table. If you want to make your tire into a coffee table, consider making it similar to an ottoman, but with a more specific purpose. The only thing you have to do is add legs, but consider the possibilities that a surface can present. If you have space, how about a piece of plexiglass over stained wood that would make a great place to enjoy pictures or even a piece of cut glass that allows visitors to enjoy your 3D showcase. That is all you need to do to convert an old tire into a coffee table.

Wrap Up

While it does not entirely make tires eco-friendly, our tips will ensure that the tires do not end up in a landfill where they only add to the pollution. Therefore, instead of simply throwing out told tires, we recommend that you put on your creative hat and convert them into useful. Thank You.